[Letter] 1843 Jun. 24, Ashland [to] Epes Sargent / H. Clay.

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[Letter] 1843 Jun. 24, Ashland [to] Epes Sargent / H. Clay.

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Henry Clay writes in response to Sargent's letter requesting suggestions for an expanded biography of Clay. Clay also comments on the continuing opposition to his running for President of the United States.

[3] p. ; 25 cm.

Smith College, Neilson Library

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Smith College, Neilson Library

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